Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

The chapter describes a decisive battle where Wang Ning An's iron cavalry, despite being outnumbered, successfully defeats the enemy by utilizing a strategic approach. After eliminating the elite forces of the Western Xia army, the remaining troops become ineffective. Wang Ning An encourages capturing enemy leaders alive to extort money from them, which surprises Wang Shao. Wang Ning An cleverly constructs a solid path through a swamp using local resources and water cement, allowing his cavalry to surprise the enemy. During the battle, the Wang army overwhelms the enemy, leading to significant casualties and many prisoners. Meanwhile, Zhao Zhen, the emperor, eagerly awaits the return of his family after a long absence, reflecting on his son Zhao Zonghou’s growth. The Empress expresses concerns about their son's health and education, feeling anxious about his slow development compared to other children. They consider bringing in a new teacher, Wang Qing, to help him improve.

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